Here are a few tips to make your move-in day go more smoothly.
1. Read the move-in packet thoroughly!!!!! Go to the move-in packet link, read all the information, and print out the appropriate maps and parking passes. Without this information, you may end up at the wrong place or you may not be allowed onto campus at all.
2. Be sure you have all the appropriate forms filled out! Seriously, I cannot let you move in until you have turned in the Emergency Contact form (both the online part and the signature page) and your medical forms (especially your TB test) and have paid your security deposit.
3. Don't over pack! Remember that the first extended weekend when students are required to go home is only three weeks after move in so pack like you are going on a two week vacation. It is alright if you don't bring EVERY pair of shoes you own on move in day. Save some to bring in a few weeks. This will also give you a chance to get a realistic idea of what you have space for and will use and what is not essential. Consult the packing list for ideas about what to bring and prohibited items.
4. Be sure to hydrate! Move in day is going to be hot and long and tiring. The last thing you want is to get dehydrated and pass out or make yourself sick. I will have a limited supply of water in the hall refrigerator and there are vending machines, but it might be wise to plan ahead and bring some water with you.
5. Bring a handcart or dolly! It will make it easier to get all those heavy objects to the third floor. Make sure to put your name on it as move-in day is very busy and things can get lost easily.
6. Label, label, label! I said it for hand carts, but let me say it generally--label all of your stuff. Calculator, computer, refrigerator, printer, bags, etc. With that many students moving it, thing can get misplaced quickly. For junior move-in day, there will be lots of eager students and staff waiting to help you carry things to your room. It is easier for them to assure the belongings get to the right room if you have your name on things.
7. Sleep! Get a good amount of sleep the night before move in. Even if you are nervous and have trouble sleeping, any amount will help tremendously. It’s a long day and the last thing you want to do is be grumpy later in the day when you’re meeting lots of people!
1. Read the move-in packet thoroughly!!!!! Go to the move-in packet link, read all the information, and print out the appropriate maps and parking passes. Without this information, you may end up at the wrong place or you may not be allowed onto campus at all.
2. Be sure you have all the appropriate forms filled out! Seriously, I cannot let you move in until you have turned in the Emergency Contact form (both the online part and the signature page) and your medical forms (especially your TB test) and have paid your security deposit.
3. Don't over pack! Remember that the first extended weekend when students are required to go home is only three weeks after move in so pack like you are going on a two week vacation. It is alright if you don't bring EVERY pair of shoes you own on move in day. Save some to bring in a few weeks. This will also give you a chance to get a realistic idea of what you have space for and will use and what is not essential. Consult the packing list for ideas about what to bring and prohibited items.
4. Be sure to hydrate! Move in day is going to be hot and long and tiring. The last thing you want is to get dehydrated and pass out or make yourself sick. I will have a limited supply of water in the hall refrigerator and there are vending machines, but it might be wise to plan ahead and bring some water with you.
5. Bring a handcart or dolly! It will make it easier to get all those heavy objects to the third floor. Make sure to put your name on it as move-in day is very busy and things can get lost easily.
6. Label, label, label! I said it for hand carts, but let me say it generally--label all of your stuff. Calculator, computer, refrigerator, printer, bags, etc. With that many students moving it, thing can get misplaced quickly. For junior move-in day, there will be lots of eager students and staff waiting to help you carry things to your room. It is easier for them to assure the belongings get to the right room if you have your name on things.
7. Sleep! Get a good amount of sleep the night before move in. Even if you are nervous and have trouble sleeping, any amount will help tremendously. It’s a long day and the last thing you want to do is be grumpy later in the day when you’re meeting lots of people!
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